Valentine’s Day in the US and Canada and Día de la Amistad in Mexico calls for a romantic evening - no matter how you say it. With this is mind the Social Committee of the International Friendship Club (IFC), headed by Co-chairs Barbara Bornstein and Jan Blacklidge, planned a dinner and dance at Mi Pueblito Restaurant at the Los Arcos Hotel on Monday, February 14th. It was a great success, totally sold out, with more than 180 guests attending.

Entrance tickets were provided by Mi Pueblito, so we had no upfront expenses. The restaurant provided a great buffet dinner, a drink, and a beautiful rose for all the ladies. In addition, there was live music for dancing and a great floor show of folkloric dancing. They even threw in a gorgeous sunset!

Artist Barbara Warren donated a charming, framed chalk and pastel drawing of the perennial Puerto Vallarta favorite rooster for the door prize. The hotel also donated complimentary Brunches and a Massage.

Mike Hamilton set up an old-fashioned photo booth, reminiscent of our youth, and guests were able to take home a fun souvenir photo postcard to commemorate the evening with a portion of the proceeds going to the IFC.

The best part was that the International Friendship Club's Cleft Palate Program and many other charities the IFC helps to fund each year were the beneficiaries of this great event. What a great way to celebrate La Día de la Amistad! Photos courtesy of Bob Davidson. Many thanks Bob.

Upcoming Events

In March two more fun fundraising events have been planned. On March 17th a St.Patrick’s Day affair, where all of the sudden we all embrace becoming Irish at least for a day!

The folks at Mi Pueblito Restaurant at Los Arcos Hotel on la Playa Los Muertos are once again offering the IFC a great party at a great price since our proceeds go to charity. They will provide live music for dancing and decorate the restaurant with a St. Patrick’s Day theme.

Fred Forbes and Mel Bornstein are chairing the event so let’s see what the guys can do! Check our website at ifcvallarta.com for details and get your group together now before tickets are gone! Details can be found at ifcvallarta.com.

On March 25th, take part in a Gala Luncheon and Fashion Show. We are pleased to announce a new fundraising event for the International Friendship Club (IFC), a Gala Luncheon and Fashion Show at Coco`s Kitchen, 122 Pulpito in Zona Romantica at 12:30 pm.

The Fashion Show will feature "His and Hers" resort wear. Coco’s is known for their delicious food so you can’t miss combining great food and great fashion. Donation: $200 pesos pre-purchase (gratuity included) or $250 pesos at the door. The proceeds will benefit IFC Charities. Make plans now and get your tickets soon. For more information, visitat ifcvallarta.com or call (322) 222-5466.

The International Friendship Club is a registered charitable organization in Mexico listed as Club Internacional de la Amistad de Puerto Vallarta AC. It is located at Edificio Parian del Puente #13, Calle Libertad Corner Miramar in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Phone: (322) 222-5466. Website: ifcvallarta.com. Email: ifcvallarta(at)gmail.com